Monday, March 8

The Oscars… in five minutes. [VIDEO] Did you watch? What’d you think? [E-MAIL] BTW: The story behind Oscar’s “Kanye moment.” [STORY] BONUS: ‘I’m gonna hand the phone – Kathy Ireland is gonna do the interview.’ Entertainment Tonight co-host Mark Steines reviews the night, gets catty. [AUDIO]

NASCAR looking closely into incident of 'retaliation': Edwards could face additional punishment for flipping Brad Keselowski. [STORY] POLL: Did Carl Edwards go too far save NASCAR? [E-MAIL]

Looters in quake-damaged Chile return $2 million in stolen items. [STORY]

Masked gunmen steal jackpot from poker tournament in daring daylight heist. [STORY]

Have you ever used the female condom? [E-MAIL] BONUS: The female condom demo. [VIDEO] BTW: Kiddie condoms: The newest weapon against teen pregnancy. [STORY]

Courts finally catching up to texting jurors. [STORY]

Do you buy into the whole ex-gay thing? [E-MAIL] Would you date someone who claimed to be “ex-gay”? UPDATE: What if he (or she) was still really into strap-ons?

 

Friday, March 5

Pentagon shooter had history of mental health problems. [STORY] BONUS: Could the shooter have been stopped? [VIDEO]

Rock Cartwright, Randy Thomas, Antwaan Randle El, Ladell Betts, Fred Smoot, Cornelius Griffin, Todd Collins… Redskins cut 10 players on eve of free agency. [STORY]

These college protests look like so much fun. [VIDEO] BTW: Did your school charge students for vomiting? [E-MAIL]

Really? Why? Texas police warns college students not to visit Mexican border towns on spring break. [STORY]

Mo’Nique explains why she has an open marriage, hairy legs. (Please note that it’s a comma, not a colon.) [STORY] BTW: Is it true that black men prefer their women not to shave? [E-MAIL] BONUS: Russ Parr of the 'The Russ Parr Morning Show', a black man, chimes in. [AUDIO]

Instant dimples a cheeky fad: Simple cosmetic procedure creates matching dents. [STORY]

Did your high school do a prom/graduation cruise? [E-MAIL] Did the teachers get drunk and make out with students? [STORY]

‘If I go down on my gennies, it’s over.’ Actor-comedian Rob Riggle (‘The Daily Show,’ The Hangover) checked in to talk about his upcoming movies and brand new Comedy Central special. [AUDIO] ‘Comedy Central Presents: Rob Riggle’ premieres tonight at 11:00 p.m. on Comedy Central.

Fehr fires and scores! Following last night’s Verizon Center debut, Elliot premiered Branko Hodzic’s winning ‘Create A Capitals Goal Song’ entry, “Rock The Red.” [AUDIO]

 

Thursday, March 4

Dear D.C., Baltimore, and Philly, now can we all agree that MUSE is the greatest live band in the world? [E-MAIL] And then after we do that, let’s watch YouTube videos until our eyes fall out. [VIDEOS] UPDATE: Or pop and drop confetti everywhere.

F*ck Duke! For the first time in a college generation, university students took to Route 1, took down street signs and rioted. [STORY]

Unborn baby Yao causes an international incident. [STORY]

If your girlfriend or wife has a sex tape she made with an ex, are you watching? [E-MAIL]

‘I think we can compete for a Cup this year and if we win it, that’s fabulous – if we don’t, we’re right back at it in September.’ Washington Capitals general manager George McPhee called to talk about yesterday’s moves and the NHL trade deadline. [AUDIO] BONUS: Meet the four newest Capitals. [LINK]

Update! Police investigate another “Georgetown Cuddler” attack. [STORY]

‘Adios, amigo!’ Air traffic controller, supervisor on leave after kids talk to pilots. [STORY]

One of our European listeners (of which there are certainly many) wants us to learn a Jumpen routine for Kegs & Eggs. Now, for those of you not familiar, here’s Energy, Opperjumper, and Vinnie… [VIDEO]

‘I think it’s gonna be the little indie that could – The Hurt Locker.’ E! film critic Ben Lyons checked in with his picks for Sunday night’s Oscars. [AUDIO] ‘Live From The Red Carpet: 82nd Annual Academy Awards’ airs Sunday night at 6:00 p.m. on E!

 

Wednesday, March 3

Did you watch Roger Ebert on ‘Oprah’ yesterday? [VIDEO] How much did you cry? [E-MAIL]

Same-sex couples line up as D.C. gay marriage law takes effect. [STORY] BTW: Gay marriage and adoption to be legal in Mexico City tomorrow. [BLOG]

$238 billion loss for U.S. mail; Saturday delivery may end. [STORY]

Are you throwing a tea party or just dressing up this weekend? #aliceinwonderland [E-MAIL]

D.C. Council votes to express severe disapproval of (typically in a formal statement) Marion Barry. [STORY]

‘I’m funny. Ha-ha.’ The legendary Joan Rivers called to talk about E!’s Fashion Police: The 2010 Academy Awards, season two of How’d You Get So Rich?, and the award-winning documentary Joan Rivers: A Piece Of Work. [AUDIO] Joan Rivers; Fri., Apr. 23; Avalon Theatre; Easton, MD. [TICKETS]

Excuse me! Sen. Bunning is angry: 'This is a senators only elevator!' [VIDEO]

Opponents rally against Westboro Baptist hate group. [STORY] BONUS: San Francisco’s answer to WBC. [PHOTOS]

Kobe, how’s my cash taste? The Black Mamba’s special Hyperdunk takes us to new depths. (Translation: Nike releasing new shoe.) [STORY]

From Bad Chad to Chad the Dad, from Chad the Loner to Chad the Teammate, from Chad the Outsider to Chad the Hall of Famer. Speed skater Chad Hedrick, a two-time Olympian and five-time medalist, called to talk about his celebrated career and subsequent retirement. [AUDIO]

 

Tuesday, March 2

RT @dennyhamlin Friggin jake… Wth was he thinkin. ‘The Bachelor’ finale recap: The dumber of two evils. [RECAP] BTW: Ali is the new “Bachelorette.” [STORY]

Jay Leno returns to ‘The Tonight Show’: What did the critics think? [STORY] What did you think? [E-MAIL] BONUS: Bill Murrary is just the best. [VIDEO]

Was I the only one who thought Don’t Whiz On The Electric Fence was a joke? Because it’s not. [STORY]

Cleveland Cavaliers pull water fountains, removal violates building code; Cleveland Cavaliers reinstall water fountains. [STORY]

“I should have been a doctor or schoolteacher – I’m throwing my life away with this comedy shit.” Our old friend Bobby Slayton called to talk about his new special, Born To Be Bobby. [AUDIO] ‘Born To Be Bobby’ premieres Thursday night at 9:00 p.m. on Showtime.

Update! Fiancee identifies Brighton beach memory loss man. [STORY] BTW: Are you familiar with the Greg Forte story? [INFO]

Well, no sh*t. Chatroulette is ‘predator’s paradise,’ experts say. [STORY]

And the winner of EITM’s ‘Create A Capitals Goal Song’ contest is… Branko Hodzic! Congrats, Branko! [AUDIO] BTW: In Wilbon’s World: Crosby miles ahead of Ovechkin. [COLUMN] How 'bout in yours? [E-MAIL]

He Died, You Win: Andrew Koenig. [HDYW]